Posts Tagged ‘Edinburgh’
From rugby player to Outlander for actor Craig
Edinburgh actor Sam Heughan has an array of fans all over the world – and there’s a new rival for the hearts of Outlander’s followers. Scots actor Craig McGinlay, best known for his role as Sir Percival in the fantasy film King Arthur: Legend Of The Sword alongside Jude Law and directed by Guy Ritchie,…
Read MoreTry these yummy white cacao and chestnut blondies
This year’s Foodies Festival for Christmas is just over a week away. Running from 23-25 November at the Edinburgh EICC, it’s a great chance to celebrate in all things good, with a host of top chefs in attendance. Courtesy of Foodies Festivals, we present a recipe for White Cacao & Chestnut Blondies to try, from…
Read MoreA luxurious partnership this Christmas
An Edinburgh hotel is partnering with a leading Scottish jeweller to celebrate its forthcoming collection in Scottish gold. The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is collaborating with Hamilton & Inches, to prove all that glistens is, in fact, gold this Christmas. Inspired by Hamilton & Inches’ upcoming Scottish gold collection, The Balmoral’s festive installation this…
Read MoreChef Tony Singh urges people to Light Up a Memory
Scots celebrity chef Tony Singh is urging people to Light up a Memory on the world’s first interactive memory-powered map to support people living with terminal illnesses. Tony has joined forces with the St Columba’s Hospice in Edinburgh, to help launch the world’s first interactive memory-powered map as part of the charity’s new Light up…
Read MoreAnimals at the heart of Aberfeldy Film Festival
The 2018 Aberfeldy Film Festival is running this weekend, with a theme of Animal Tales. Taking place from 16-18 October, this is a weekend of films concentrating on animals large and small. Films being shown include Lean on Pete, Zoo, Becoming Animal, End of the Game, and The Black Hen. A highlight of this year’s…
Read MoreSpacious living in this attractive modern home
An immaculate modern villa offering handsomely proportioned living accommodation is now on the property market. Presented to the market by Rettie in Edinburgh, this home in Kellieside Park, by Milnathort, Kinross-shire, is set over one floor, and finished to an exacting standard of contemporary specification, with high quality fixtures and fittings. Built by the well-regarded…
Read MoreRobert Louis Stevenson award seeks writers
To marking Robert Louis Stevenson Day, the Scottish Book Trust has announced that the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship for professional writers is now open for applications. Previous fellows include novelist Jenni Fagan, Makar Liz Lochhead, and poet and performer Michael Pedersen. Writers based in Scotland are encouraged to apply, and the Fellowship awards successful applicants…
Read MoreLidl House of Hortus offers a treat for the senses
Last week, Edinburgh’s Castle Street was transformed into a gin-lovers’ paradise. Set in a small, but beautifully decorated marquee, the Lidl House of Hortus pop-up gin club offered guests the chance to sample their extensive range of budget artisan gins. A feast for the eyes, walking into the venue felt like a treat in itself.…
Read MoreInternational wines and Chilean flavours combine
A night of good food and fine wine is coming to Edinburgh next week. 83 Hanover Street has teamed up with natural wine experts L’Art Du Vin to host a special one-off dinner on Wednesday, 21 November. L’Art Du Vin has been bringing exciting wines to its customers since 2007, developing a reputation as one…
Read MoreA delicious cauliflower recipe from TV star
There’s not long to go until this year’s Foodies Festival takes place in Edinburgh. Running from 23-25 November at the Edinburgh EICC, it’s a great chance to celebrate in all things good, with a host of top chefs in attendance. Courtesy of Foodies Festivals, we will be bringing you a fantastic recipe to try from…
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